Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities:
Ensure effective use of material, equipment and personnel in producing quality products at minimum cost based on the following three key categories
Design Interface
Provide guidance regarding design for manufacturability.
DFM / DFA reviews & feedback to design
Assembly process feasibility assessment
BOM review & manufacturing alignment
Drawing & specification interpretation
Engineering change order (ECO) review & implementation
Prototype & pre-production build support
Production Interface
Assembly process development & optimization
Assembly tooling & fixture design / procurement
First production build support & issue resolution
Determine and specify requirements for special assembly machines, equipment and tooling.
Torque, adhesive & critical process parameter control
Operator training material development
Continuous improvement & cost reduction initiatives
Site Transfer Interface
Manufacturing transfer package preparation to include Standardized Work Instructions for off-site Asia manufacturing facilities
Tooling & fixture documentation packages
BOM & configuration control for transfer
Asia site launch readiness assessment to include On-site launch support, ramp assistance and Operator & technician training delivery
ECO change communication & update management
Post-launch issue support & sustaining documentation
Schedule and implement process improvements focused on defect reduction, cost reduction and assembly optimization throughout the manufacturing process.
Manage utilization of SPC data to direct process improvement focus of the Manufacturing Engineering department.
Supervisory Responsibility: Responsible for supervision, guidance and technical support for the Manufacturing Engineering department.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering (master’s degree often preferred).
Experience: Minimum of five years’ applicable experience in the production and testing of electromechanical assemblies.
Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of quality control fundamentals like GD&T, SPC, FMEA, Control Plans, and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
Skills/Technical Requirements: Experience with workflow processes in the fabrication, assembly and testing of electromechanical systems and components. Intimate working knowledge of statistical process control methods. Knowledge of design for manufacturability principles. Must be computer literate and have excellent interpersonal as well as verbal and written communication skills.
Job Conditions:
Works in a lab environment with constant or intermittent noise.
Physical Demands/Strengths:
Walking, standing, sitting, minimal lifting. Use of keyboards.
Protective Devices Required:
In required areas.
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering
- Master's degree
- Minimum of five years' applicable experience in the production and testing of electromechanical assemblies
- Deep understanding of quality control fundamentals: GD&T, SPC, FMEA, Control Plans, Lean Six Sigma
- Experience with fabrication, assembly and testing workflows for electromechanical systems and components
- Intimate working knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) methods
- Knowledge of design for manufacturability (DFM) principles
- Computer literate with excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Cohu, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — A company-sponsored 401(k) with employer matching contributions is described in filings, supporting long-term savings. Company materials also highlight retirement programs as part of a comprehensive package.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An employee stock purchase plan with a discounted lookback feature is outlined, expanding access to ownership. This structure can enhance total rewards value beyond base pay.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Company materials outline robust paid time off programs and parental leave for all new parents. Time-off programs are presented as part of a comprehensive, globally relevant benefits suite.
Cohu, Inc. Insights
What We Do
Cohu is a leading supplier of semiconductor test and inspection & metrology handlers, micro-electromechanical system (MEMS) test modules, test contactors, thermal sub-systems and semiconductor automated test equipment used by global semiconductor and electronics manufacturers and semiconductor test subcontractors. Our product portfolio is focused on increasing yield, reducing cost of test, and accelerating time-to-market. Cohu is a publicly traded (NASDAQ: COHU) global company with headquarters in Poway, CA. We have a global footprint with ~3,000 employees. We are the leading supplier of Semiconductor Test and Inspection & Metrology Handlers and Test Contactors. We have market leadership in RF Power Amplifier/Front-End Module Testing.
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